Pair of Diamond Earrings

Each centring on an old European-cut diamond together weighing approximately 6.00 carats, to a surround set with old European-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 5.90 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, with screwback fitting.

Colour and Clarity. In our opinion, the centre old European-cut diamonds are about W to X colour, VS clarity. Under the 10x loupe inspection, both diamonds have good face-up brilliance, with bearded girdles, one has a minor chip at the table junction but not visible to the naked eye. The smaller old-cut diamonds are about F to G colour, majority with SI clarity and a few with I1 clarity due to the chips at the pavilion extended to the girdle, all with very good face-up brilliance. Condition: Karat yellow gold mount, show signs of normal wear, overall condition is very good.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.